What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Manager position at Covenant Nursing Home?
Job Description
Job Description
Key responsibilities of a dietary manager include :
Food Safety and Sanitation :
Maintaining strict food safety practices, including proper food storage, handling, and sanitation procedures to prevent foodborne illness.
Staff Supervision :
Hiring, training, and supervising kitchen staff, ensuring they follow established food preparation guidelines and dietary restrictions.
Inventory Management :
Ordering food supplies, monitoring inventory levels, and managing food costs to maintain budget efficiency.
Dietary Assessments and Care Plans :
Collaborating with healthcare professionals to assess patients' dietary needs, develop personalized meal plans, and document dietary changes.
Compliance with Regulations :
Ensuring adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations related to food service operations in healthcare settings.
Quality Control :
Monitoring food quality, taste, and presentation to ensure patient satisfaction
Communication and Collaboration :
Communicating effectively with other healthcare team members like nurses, physicians, and dietitians to coordinate patient care and dietary needs.
Menu Planning and Development :
Creating menus that cater to diverse dietary needs, including special diets like diabetic, low sodium, pureed, and allergy-restricted meals, while considering patient preferences and nutritional requirements.
Work Environments :
Hospitals, Nursing homes, Assisted living facilities, Schools, and Correctional facilities.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Experience in food service management
- Knowledge of nutrition principles and dietary restrictions
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
